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Dublin city breaks

Dublin city breaks

A love of having fun or ‘the Craic’, is part of what makes Dublin city breaks special. The unique hospitality of its locals, combined with a dynamic energy and rich culture create a city of abundant charm.

Immerse yourself in this cosmopolitan capital - sample the famous Guinnessat a traditional Irish pub or dance until dawn at a throbbing Temple Bar club. Visit historic Trinity College and the ancient Book of Kellson cultural breaks. Or shop to your heart’s content on Grafton Street. Book one of our carefully selected hotels with flights and save.

Christmas breaks in Dublin

Start your Christmas break in Dublin with a stroll around the festive markets. Meet Santa Claus at Arnotts, nibble on mince pies and discover the pop-up Après ski bar. Wander through the glowing streets, soaking up the Irish Christmas cheer. Find perfect seasonal gifts and pop into a pub to enjoy a pint, or hot chocolate, by a warm open fire. Discover the charms and quirks of the Dublin Flea Christmas market, from handmade pottery and jewellery, to floral soaps and quaint cushion covers, you can pick up some real treasures here. Book a stay at The Westin Dublin, for a stylish stay close to shopping, history and nightlife.

Experience Dublin

See the best that Dublin has to offer with these fantastic experiences

Book your Skip the Line – Guinness Storehouse Entrance Ticket now for fast, hassle-free entry into Ireland’s number one attraction. No trip to Dublin is complete without a visit to the home of the famous black gold. The Storehouse, a former fermentation plant, is now a visitor centre dedicated to the history of Guinness. Explore seven floors innovatively shaped around a giant pint glass, before enjoying a complimentary pint of Guinness with 360 degree city views at the Gravity Bar.

Visit Belfast’s Titanic Visitor Experience and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Giant’s Causeway on a full-day trip from Dublin. At the official Titanic exhibition, discover the tragic yet fascinating story on a guided tour through interactive discovery zones and galleries. Then travel along the spectacular Antrim Coastal Drive to the Giant’s Causeway – an amazing series of 60 million year-old rock formations. After a further stop to explore 17th-century Dunluce Castle and the attractive town of Castlebellingham, you will return to Dublin.

See the highlights of Dublin while enjoying great views from the top of a double-decker bus. Hop on and off as many times as you like at the 20 stops on this 90-minute route. Your ticket is valid for 24 hours from first use, allowing you to take your time. The tour takes in many of Dublin’s leading attractions including Dublinia, Old Jameson Distillery, Dublin Castle, Phoenix Park (where you will find Dublin Zoo), and of course the Guinness Storehouse.

Visit three top Ireland attractions in one day on the Blarney Castle and Cork Day Trip from Dublin. Your tour takes in glorious scenery and several areas of interest en route to Blarney Castle, where you will have the chance to kiss the legendary Blarney Stone. In Cork City, you will have two hours to explore before continuing to the dramatic Rock of Cashel cathedral. See the highlights of this historic monument before returning to Dublin in the early evening.

Discover why Ireland is famous for its pub culture on this entertaining musical pub crawl. Led by two professional musicians, you’ll visit famous pubs in historic Temple Bar and hear the fascinating story of Irish music. As you explore the cobbled streets of thriving Temple Bar, you will stop at renowned bars including at least two of the following: Oliver St. John Gogarty’s, The Ha’penny Bridge Inn, Isoldes Tower, The Chancery, The Legal Eagle and The Palace Bar.

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